Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has accused the Judiciary of blocking health reforms that are meant to safeguard the lives of Kenya.
The CS says the plan to lower the healthcare scheme payment from Sh500 to Sh300 should have been implemented by now but some forces are hell-bent of scuttling the plan.
Speaking in Kirinyaga over the weekend during the burial of Gladys Wanjiku, a sister to Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni, Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha wondered why a public servant with a comprehensive insurance scheme would ask the courts to halt an initiative intended to help other Kenyans.
Nakhumicha asked Kenyans to pray for judges to allow the implementation of various medical reforms in the Social Health Insurance Fund Act 2023, the Primary Health Care Act 2023 and the Digital Health Act 2023.
She, however, assured Kenyans that after cases are complete, it will require only a fortnight to implement the program.
Koskei said public coffers are being protected to ensure Kenyans get value for their taxes.
The CS urged Kenyans to relentlessly pray for the judges for a change of heart regarding the new health scheme for it to benefit Kenyans.
She hailed the scheme reiterating that it was beneficial to Kenyans, particularly those suffering from serious illnesses such as diabetes, and cancer among others.
The Head of Public Service Felix Koskei urged Kenyans to invest in education for a better future.
Despite many remaining jobless, Koskei said the country’s economy is improving hence more jobs will be created as the government also seeks job opportunities abroad.
